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It appears money can’t buy you everything, especially when you’re looking at the current midseason MLB standings. But what lesson does this hold for baseball franchise owners who financially invest in underperforming teams? 

Best Quote: “With the exception of the Rangers, this season’s surprise teams all have payrolls that place in the bottom 10: the Rays, Orioles, Diamondbacks, Reds, and Marlins.” —Ben Lindbergh

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While Season 2 of The Bear served up many memorable moments, it’s the Richie-centric “Forks” that many are calling one of the best television episodes of the year. We decided to make every second count by speaking to the people behind the Chicago restaurant Ever, which served as an inspiration and filming location for the hit series.

Best Quote: “For all the criticisms that The Bear has engendered due to its depiction of restaurant life, the show navigates the exasperating drama of restaurant building quite accurately.” —Danny Chau

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